As aftermarket suspension options are slowly rolling out, figured it's best to get a specific thread for suspension modifications. If you have completed any suspension modifications please add to the thread.
We'll start with my personal 250 (1958 Edition)
Stock height measurements from the ground up to the edge of the fender flares.
Front L: 36.5 in
Front R: 36.5 in
Rear L: 37.75 in
Rear R 37.75 in
New measurements will be added once the new suspension settles.
List of components used:
To install the UCA on the driver the charge pipe needs to be disconnected from the intercooler in order to feed the UCA bolt toward the intercooler enough to remove the stock UCA.
What I consider one major downside to the Radflo coilovers and shocks are the reservoir mounts. You are required to drill into the frame to secure the reservoir mounts. The hardware that is provided is a bit of a disappointment considering the cost of the components. My solution was to use riv-nuts for a cleaner install (M8x1.25 with OEM bolts.) For the rear shock reservoirs, the location you are required to mount the reservoirs will limit the wheel and tire setup you can run. The hose for the reservoir is not long enough to mount the reservoir toward the rear bumper. This caused some rubbing with my current wheel and tire setup, creating the necessity for wheel spacers. The spacers will be short lived once I make up my mind on a wheel. For reference an OEM wheel for a 1958 model has a +70mm offset (+60mm for LC and FE wheels, +65mm if you have 20s.) The extremely high offset place the tire (currently a 275/70R18) too close to the reservoir creating contact. I've attached pictures of the damage. I'll be informing Radlfo about this issue as a six inch longer hose for rge reservoir would solve this issue.
Rear springs. There are currently no aftermarket suspension manufacturers that are offering rear springs for the 250 platform. The LC now being part of the TNGA-F family allows you to use parts from other models. On a whim, I ordered OEM rear coils for a TRD Offroad '23+ Sequoia. The springs fit like the LC springs do, the difference being the Sequoia springs are slightly taller and the coil is thicker by a few millimeters and the LC has a progressive coil spring vs the linear Sequoia coil spring. Pictures attached below with part number and measurements.
Overall impressions are positive. Gained roughly 2-2.5 in of height and quite a bit of down travel in the rear. The ride is slightly firmer than baseline. Will have more feedback once I go off pavement and have more miles under my belt. Next step would be a track bar relocation or an adjustable track bar to recenter the axle.
We'll start with my personal 250 (1958 Edition)
Stock height measurements from the ground up to the edge of the fender flares.
Front L: 36.5 in
Front R: 36.5 in
Rear L: 37.75 in
Rear R 37.75 in
New measurements will be added once the new suspension settles.
List of components used:
- Radflo Coilovers with compression adjsuters
- Radflo Rear Shocks with compression adjusters
- JBA Offroad UCA (Suited for 24+ Tacoma.)
- Dobinsons rear extended sway bar links.
- SpiderTrax 1in wheel spacers (More on this below.)
- Sequoia/Tundra Rear Coil Springs (48231-0C520)
To install the UCA on the driver the charge pipe needs to be disconnected from the intercooler in order to feed the UCA bolt toward the intercooler enough to remove the stock UCA.
What I consider one major downside to the Radflo coilovers and shocks are the reservoir mounts. You are required to drill into the frame to secure the reservoir mounts. The hardware that is provided is a bit of a disappointment considering the cost of the components. My solution was to use riv-nuts for a cleaner install (M8x1.25 with OEM bolts.) For the rear shock reservoirs, the location you are required to mount the reservoirs will limit the wheel and tire setup you can run. The hose for the reservoir is not long enough to mount the reservoir toward the rear bumper. This caused some rubbing with my current wheel and tire setup, creating the necessity for wheel spacers. The spacers will be short lived once I make up my mind on a wheel. For reference an OEM wheel for a 1958 model has a +70mm offset (+60mm for LC and FE wheels, +65mm if you have 20s.) The extremely high offset place the tire (currently a 275/70R18) too close to the reservoir creating contact. I've attached pictures of the damage. I'll be informing Radlfo about this issue as a six inch longer hose for rge reservoir would solve this issue.
Rear springs. There are currently no aftermarket suspension manufacturers that are offering rear springs for the 250 platform. The LC now being part of the TNGA-F family allows you to use parts from other models. On a whim, I ordered OEM rear coils for a TRD Offroad '23+ Sequoia. The springs fit like the LC springs do, the difference being the Sequoia springs are slightly taller and the coil is thicker by a few millimeters and the LC has a progressive coil spring vs the linear Sequoia coil spring. Pictures attached below with part number and measurements.
Overall impressions are positive. Gained roughly 2-2.5 in of height and quite a bit of down travel in the rear. The ride is slightly firmer than baseline. Will have more feedback once I go off pavement and have more miles under my belt. Next step would be a track bar relocation or an adjustable track bar to recenter the axle.
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